Recall 18V756 affects 717 2017-2018 Pierce vehicles with brake lights that illuminate without braking. Repair is free at any franchised Pierce dealer.
Pierce is recalling 717 2017-2018 Saber, Velocity, Arrow Xt, Enforcer, Dash, Commercial, Impel, and Quantum vehicles equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights because the lights can turn on when the brake pedal has not been pressed. The false brake signal can confuse other drivers and raise the risk of a crash; Pierce dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The accessory brake lights on these 2017-2018 Pierce vehicles are Whelen lights mounted to tell traffic behind the vehicle when the driver is braking. When the brake pedal is pressed, the brake-light circuit sends power to the lights so they illuminate at the right moment. The system depends on the wiring staying quiet until the driver asks for braking.
On affected Pierce vehicles, transient voltage can appear on the input line. That stray voltage is enough to make the Whelen brake lights illuminate even though the brake pedal has not been pressed. The lights are then giving a braking signal that does not match what the driver is doing.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or operator would not get a dashboard alert from this condition; once it happens, the visible clue is the brake lights coming on when the pedal is not being used.
Who's affected?
Spans the Pierce Saber, Velocity, Arrow Xt, Enforcer, Dash, Commercial, Impel, and Quantum across the 2017 and 2018 model years, all tied to the same brake-light component.
| 2018 Pierce Saber | Brake lights |
|---|---|
| 2018 Pierce Velocity | Brake lights |
| 2017 Pierce Velocity | Brake lights |
| 2017 Pierce Arrow Xt | Brake lights |
| 2018 Pierce Enforcer | Brake lights |
| 2018 Pierce Dash | Brake lights |
| 2017 Pierce Enforcer | Brake lights |
| 2017 Pierce Commercial | Brake lights |
| 2017 Pierce Dash | Brake lights |
| 2018 Pierce Impel | Brake lights |
| 2017 Pierce Impel | Brake lights |
| 2018 Pierce Quantum | Brake lights |
| 2017 Pierce Quantum | Brake lights |
| 2017 Pierce Saber | Brake lights |
| 2018 Pierce Commercial | Brake lights |
| 2018 Pierce Arrow Xt | Brake lights |
| Units affected | 717 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Brake lights that illuminate when they should not can confuse drivers behind the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the lights behave incorrectly, so schedule the recall repair soon and drive cautiously until it is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Pierce dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2018 Pierce Arrow Xt, Commercial, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum, Saber, or Velocity is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Pierce dealer to schedule the free Whelen brake-light inspection and replacement that fixes brake lights that illuminate without pedal input.
- Bring the owner notice if Pierce mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V756 when you call.
- Tell the dealer if the brake lights turn on when the brake pedal is not pressed.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Pierce technician inspects the Whelen accessory brake lights and replaces the brake lights when the inspection shows they are affected. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. This repair addresses brake lights that can illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed, which can confuse following drivers. The recall repair is available, so schedule service with a Pierce dealer and reference campaign 18V756 when you call.
Timeline
| October 26, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 19, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| November 26, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 4, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V756?
Recall 18V756 covers 717 2017-2018 Pierce Saber, Velocity, Arrow Xt, Enforcer, Dash, Commercial, Impel, and Quantum vehicles equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. The brake lights can illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed, which can confuse other drivers and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2017-2018 Pierce Saber, Velocity, Arrow Xt, Enforcer, Dash, Commercial, Impel, or Quantum is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Pierce vehicle is included in recall 18V756. If it is, contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723 and ask how to arrange the Whelen brake-light inspection and replacement. Reference NHTSA campaign 18V756 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Pierce says Whelen will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the brake lights as needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is that the brake lights can turn on even when the driver is not braking. That can confuse traffic behind the vehicle and increase crash risk. The fix is the free inspection and brake-light replacement if the vehicle needs it.
When did the recall repair begin?
The recall began March 4, 2019. Because the remedy is available, owners of included 2017-2018 Pierce vehicles can contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723 to arrange the brake-light inspection and replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V756000 |
|---|---|
| Pierce customer service | 1-888-974-3723 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V756 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V756000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →